Best 59804 Montana Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 544 students in 59804, MT (there are 3 private schools, serving 409 private students). 57% of all K-12 students in 59804, MT are educated in public schools (compared to the MT state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 59804, MT are Target Range 7-8 and Target Range School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 59804 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Montana public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 59804, MT have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Montana public school average of 24% (majority American Indian).

Best 59804, MT Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Target Range 7-8
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
4095 South Avenue West
Missoula, MT 59804
(406) 549-9239
Gr: 7-8 | 134 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Target Range School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
4095 South Avenue West
Missoula, MT 59804
(406) 549-9239
Gr: PK-6 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 59804, MT?
The top-ranked public schools in 59804, MT include Target Range 7-8 and Target Range School.
How many public schools are located in 59804?
2 public schools are located in 59804.
What percentage of students in 59804 go to public school?
57% of all K-12 students in 59804 are educated in public schools (compared to the MT state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 59804?
59804 public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Montana public schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).

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